Boxing/Where can i start
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QUESTION: Hi, him very interested in the boxing career and what I can make of it. I've been practicing really hard every day. For example, I've been running miles, going to the gym and boxing practice, and also lifting a few weights. I'm an Australian and i need help. I'm only 14 years old. I've always wanted to be a boxer. I've had help with my father aswell as my grandfather who was a famous boxer in Great Britian. What can i do to get me onto the road of being a pro boxer aswell as training. May you please tell me how else i can train myself aswell as in the gym.
Thank You.
ANSWER: Hi Jerome, the main thing for you is to condition. It is the number one most important thing you can do. You are starting at the perfect age. You can develop some muscle at the same time you learn how to box. Take full advantage of the Juniors and get as many fights as you can. I am not sure of the rules in Australia but if they are simliar to the USA you will for from junior to senior/adult boxer at age 17. Work hard between now and then so when you start your adult career you'll already have tons of expereince. It will be a great advantage. Build some muscle along the way but stay lean and flexible, don't get too bulky. Think conditioning, think combinations, think keep your hands moving and throw lots of combos. Get in this type of groove as you develop and you will make some noise in the amateurs.
Good Luck
Jackson
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QUESTION: Hi, it is me again, Jerome. Well, I would love to try that but I cant find any in TN Nashville. May u please look for a location for me please. I would like it around the Smyrna area in Tennessee. How can i start conditioning and where? What do you mean as taking advantage in my fights?
Thank You
Jerome
Jerome, By taking advantage of the juniors I am saying that you can use the juniors to get tons of experience before you become a senior fighter. All the big tournaments and notoriety comes from the snior division, not the juniors. So use the juniors to get plenty of fights and experience before you get to the big dance.
Go to http://www.boxingresource.com/
It is located in nashville. They should be able to get you started.
Good Luck.
Jackson
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I have been in the sport of boxing since 1984. I started as a boxer and advanced quickly. I was lucky enough to have some of the best sparring in the country with 3 top ten pros in my very gym. I am fortunate enough to live near one of the better boxing programs in the country. We have cultivated our facility into the largest Amateur Boxing Gym in the country. In the mid 90's I became a trainer for Golden Gloves. I train amateur and pro fighters. I have worked in many corners at USA and Golden Glove tournaments. I have worked corners in pro bouts on HBO and ESPN cards. My friend, boss and coach is the former President of Golden Gloves and I trained under his tutelage.
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